Betz Buzz
April 2024
Spring Break
April 1-5
There is no school the first week of April.
Enjoy your Spring Break!
PTA Book Bingo
Thursday, April 11
6PM-8PM
Betz Gym
Play Bingo for a chance to win books and other prizes.
All children need to be supervised and accompanied by an adult
Popcorn and water will be provided
This event is sponsored by the Betz PTA
Concerts
Thursday, April 18
6:30 PM
Betz Viking Room
Our 1st Graders will be performing "Little Animal Songs"
Here is the complete concert schedule for the rest of the year:
- May 9th - 5th Grade Choir
- May 23rd - Kindergarten
- June 5th - 5th Grade Band & Strings
Emergency Make-up Day
Friday, April 26
Currently, we have not had to close schools due to weather. With no days needing to be made up, there will not be school on Friday, April 26th.
In the event that schools are cancelled between now and then, families will receive communication from the district regarding the Emergency Make-Up Day.
ASB Dress-Up Day!
Wednesday, April 17
The ASB Dress-up Day for April is Sports/Jersey Day!
Yearbook Sales
Order Online Now!
Online ordering is available now at www.LeosPhotography.com using Order Code YBKC0028.
Each Book is $15.
The deadline to order is April 19th
To order with cash or check, paper order forms will be sent home after Spring Break.
Camp Invention
July 8-12
Registration is now open for Camp Invention!
Camp Invention is a nationally acclaimed STEM summer camp for grades K-6 where students are led by local educators to build prototypes and solve real-world problems. This year's brand new program will illuminate imaginations, inspire curiosity, and help kids build essential STEM skills through collaboration and problem-solving. Campers explore hands-on challenges and open-ended adventures designed to unlock creativity and help them shine their brightest! To learn more about Camp Invention or to register your student, click the link below.
2024-2025 Registration
Registration for 2024-2025 is now open for grades K-5. You can access our online application using the link below. If you are unable to complete the application online, you may pick up a registration packet from the elementary school.
Preschool registration opens on Friday May 3rd
Current students will automatically roll-up. Registration is only required for new students to the District.
Transition to Middle School
Tuesday, April 23
During the school day, the principals and counselors from Cheney Middle School along with the Talon Crew will come to Betz to meet with our 5th graders.
That evening, CMS will host a Parent Information night in the Betz Viking Room. Come meet the Principal and the counselors. They will present on scheduling and class options and be available to answer any questions.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Betz Viking Room
Community Events
For details, click on the images
Cheney Kiwanis Egg Hunt
March 30th
Cheney FFA Bingo Family Night
April 25th
PACE Character Trait
The PACE Character Trait for April is TRUSTWORTHINESS.
TRUSTWORTHINESS IS INSPIRING COMPLETE RELIABILITY AND CONFIDENCE IN HIS/HER TRUTHFULNESS, INTEGRITY AND DISCRETION.
Throughout the month of April we will look for examples of students demonstrating trustworthiness. If you have an example of your child being trustworthy at home, we'd love to share it on the morning announcements! Click on the button below to submit a shout out!
To learn more about Trustworthiness and for additional resources, visit the PACE website:
April Lunch Menu
Important Dates
April
1-5 - Spring Break
9 - PTA Meeting, 3:30 pm, Betz Library
10 - School Board Meeting, 6:00 pm , CHS Library
11 - PTA Book Bingo, 6:00 pm, Betz Gym
17 - ASB Dress-Up: Sport and Jersey Day
18 - 1st Grade Concert, 6:30 pm, Betz Viking Room
19 - Order Deadline for Yearbooks
23 - CMS to visit Betz
23 - 5th Grade Parent Info Night with CMS
24 - School Board Meeting, 6:00 pm, CHS Library
26 - Tentative Emergency Make-Up Day
Looking Ahead to May
6&7: Toothsavers
8 - School Board Meeting, 6:00 PM, CHS Library
9 - 5th Grade Choir Concert
10 - ASB Dress-Up: Backwards Day
14 - PTA Meeting, 3:30 pm, Betz Library
16 - Betz Family S.T.E.A.M. Night
22 - School Board Meeting, 6:00 PM, CHS Library
23 - Kindergarten Concert
24 - Emergency Make-Up Day
27 - Memorial Day - No School
Betz Elementary
Email: betzoffice@cheneysd.org
Website: https://betz.cheneysd.org/
Location: 317 N 7th St, Cheney, WA 99004
Phone: (509) 559 - 4800
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